Berkeley pet sitters

Berkeley students, professors and remote workers all rely on Petme sitters to keep dogs walked and cats fed across the hills and flats.

Platform data as of June 2026

0% owner fee + cashback

$66better off on Petme

$420
On Petme$400+$20 Cashback
Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%

Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays up to 5% cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.

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Verified pet sitters in Berkeley

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Illyria

Illyria

From $20

Availability confirmed 15d ago

Lifelong animal lover in Berkeley. Proud frog owner. Safe and reliable care.

Berkeley
Camyle

Camyle

From $30

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Willing to go the extra mile!

Oakland
Sierra

Sierra

From $20

Availability confirmed 6d ago

The Next Best Thing to You🐾

Pinole
Michelle

Michelle

From $35

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Lifelong cat lover offering reliable drop-in visits for cats and small-medium dogs in San Francisco.

San Francisco
Arnie Maravillas

Arnie Maravillas

From $25

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Your dog’s next favorite human is here—ready for walks, zoomies, belly rubs, and adventures! 🐶🐾

San Francisco
Courtney Yates

Courtney Yates

From $30

Availability confirmed 9d ago

Friendly, Responsible Pet Care

San Francisco
Julissa

Julissa

From $15

Availability confirmed 15d ago

Providing loving, reliable care and plenty of tail wags while you’re away! 🐾🐶

Daly City
Socorro Pereda

Socorro Pereda

From $30

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Paws in Awesome Hands💕

Hayward
Jenarae

Jenarae

From $35

Availability confirmed 4d ago

I can be there, when you can't!

Dublin
Diamond

Diamond

From $25

Availability confirmed 14d ago

Lifelong pet lover! I have 3+ years of professional dog training experience. I make every walk safe and full of positive reinforcement. I understand dog and cat behavior well and will always approach

Fremont
jenny

jenny

From $20

Availability confirmed 7d ago

Redwood City
Margarita

Margarita

From $20

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Stanford student for pet care!

Palo Alto
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Trusted pet care services in Berkeley.

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See real photos, posts, and daily updates from sitters before you book. Follow their journey with other pets, read authentic reviews from real pet parents.

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Our sitters keep more of what they earn: lowest fees in the market. Plus, they're the only ones who benefit from cashbacks. Happy sitters = happy pets.

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Pet Sitting in Berkeley: Why Local Owners Choose Petme

Traditional Pet Sitting Services in Berkeley

Pet owners in Berkeley have faced these challenges with other platforms:

  • No way to verify a pet sitter's real experience in Berkeley before booking
  • Static profiles with stock photos and unverifiable reviews
  • No insight into whether sitters are active in the Berkeley pet community
  • Zero transparency about how sitters interact with animals day to day

Verified Pet Sitters in Berkeley on Petme

Here is how Petme connects you with trusted pet sitters across Berkeley:

  • Browse real photos and videos from verified pet sitters across Berkeley
  • Every sitter builds a public profile with daily posts, followers, and community comments
  • Protection Plan included with every pet sitting booking in Berkeley
  • See exactly who will care for your pet before you send a request

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Dog Walking$15$30/walk
Drop-In Visit$15$25/visit
Boarding$35$75/night
House Sitting$45$85/night
Day Care$25$50/day
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about finding a trusted pet sitter in Berkeley, CA.

Are sitters used to campus-area apartments?
Yes. Many Berkeley sitters live near campus and are used to small apartments, third-floor walk-ups and shared buildings.
How much do drop-in visits cost?
Berkeley drop-in visits run $20-$35 per visit, typically 30 minutes including feeding, litter and play.
Do sitters do off-leash hikes in Tilden?
Some experienced sitters offer Tilden Park walks if your dog is reliable off-leash. Confirm at the meet & greet.
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